Question : What was the key issue that led to the split in the Congress party in 1969?
Option 1: Foreign policy stance
Option 2: Economic policy disagreements
Option 3: Leadership succession
Option 4: Regional autonomy demands
Correct Answer: Economic policy disagreements
Solution : The key issue that led to the split in the Congress party in 1969 was economic policy disagreements, particularly between Indira Gandhi and the party's conservative faction over issues like bank nationalization.